HAWKER BEECHCRAFT
Hawker 850XP
The Hawker 850XP added winglets to the proven Hawker 800XP airframe, improving climb performance and range. Stand-up cabin, eight seats and one of the most popular midsize jets in service.
FULL HAWKER 850XP PAGE →Hawker 850XP vs Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)
A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the midsize jet class.
GULFSTREAM / IAI
Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)
The Gulfstream G100 (originally IAI Astra SPX) is a 2,900 nm midsize jet with a cruise speed comparable to larger super-midsize aircraft. Sharp-looking T-tail design and a long charter career.
FULL GULFSTREAM G100 (ASTRA SPX) PAGE →SPECIFICATIONS
Side-by-side specifications
| METRIC | Hawker 850XP | Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 8 | 6–7 |
| Range | 2,642 nm | 2,900 nm |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.80 | Mach 0.82 |
| Cabin height | 5'9" | 5'7" |
| Cabin width | 6'0" | 4'9" |
| Baggage | 50 cu ft | 55 cu ft |
| Runway | 5,032 ft | 5,250 ft |
Hawker 850XP — strengths
- —Winglet performance upgrade
- —Quiet cabin (Hawker airframe acoustics)
- —Strong US and European availability
Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — strengths
- —Mach 0.82 cruise — fastest midsize
- —Long-range tanks for transcontinental US trips
- —Lower hourly cost than Hawker 900XP
CHARTER PRICING
Indicative pricing
HAWKER 850XP
| Miami → Cabo San Lucas | from $26,400 |
| Geneva → Athens | from CHF 21,600 |
GULFSTREAM G100 (ASTRA SPX)
| Geneva → Marrakech | from CHF 16,800 |
| Dallas → Los Angeles | from $18,200 |
All-inclusive indicative one-way pricing. Confirmed quote in 10 minutes.
EXPERT VERDICT
Two closely-matched midsize jets — the right pick depends entirely on the mission, not the spec sheet.
The Hawker 850XP pulls ahead on cabin comfort, group capacity and airport access; the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) answers with range / non-stop reach and speed & block time. Both sit in the midsize jet class, so charter pricing is broadly aligned — let the use case (range, group size, airport pair) drive the final call.
Range / non-stop reach
Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)
2,900 nm of range — the better choice for transcontinental and intercontinental missions.
Cabin comfort
Hawker 850XP
Taller and/or wider cabin (5'9" × 6'0") — better for long flights and stand-up movement.
Group capacity
Hawker 850XP
Seats up to 8 — the right pick when the manifest grows.
Airport access
Hawker 850XP
Shorter 5,032 ft balanced-field requirement — opens up restricted alpine, island and city-adjacent airfields.
Speed & block time
Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)
Cruise of Mach 0.82 — shaves meaningful minutes off every long leg.
Verdict based on published manufacturer specifications, charter market data and Limitless Sky brokerage experience.
REQUEST A CHARTER QUOTE
Charter the Hawker 850XP or the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX).
Tell us your route — our desk returns a confirmed quote on both aircraft within 10 minutes, so you can compare like-for-like on your exact mission.
CHOOSE WITH CONFIDENCE
Top reasons to choose — and who each aircraft is best for
A tailored summary for the Hawker 850XP and Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX): the deciding reasons in this matchup, plus the buyer archetypes each aircraft serves best.
HAWKER BEECHCRAFT
Top reasons to choose the Hawker 850XP
- ★Bigger cabin envelope (5'9" tall × 6'0" wide) than the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — meaningful difference on flights over three hours.
- ★Seats up to 8 passengers vs 7 on the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — better for full-group charters and family travel.
- ★Winglet performance upgrade
- ★Quiet cabin (Hawker airframe acoustics)
- ★Strong US and European availability
BEST FOR
Larger party charters
Up to 8 seats vs 7 on the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — the natural pick when the manifest grows last-minute.
Stand-up cross-Europe travel
Flat-floor cabin for 3–4 hour legs with full bar and lavatory.
8-seat board offsites
Comfortable double-club layout for executive teams.
US transcontinental
Non-stop east-coast to west-coast missions with full payload.
GULFSTREAM / IAI
Top reasons to choose the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)
- ★Reaches 2,900 nm non-stop — 10% more range than the Hawker 850XP, opening city pairs that would otherwise need a tech stop.
- ★Cruises at Mach 0.82, trimming block time on every leg vs the Hawker 850XP (Mach 0.80).
- ★Mach 0.82 cruise — fastest midsize
- ★Long-range tanks for transcontinental US trips
- ★Lower hourly cost than Hawker 900XP
BEST FOR
Longer non-stop reach
When the mission is on the edge of the Hawker 850XP's envelope, the 2,900 nm legs of the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) keep reserves intact.
Stand-up cross-Europe travel
Flat-floor cabin for 3–4 hour legs with full bar and lavatory.
8-seat board offsites
Comfortable double-club layout for executive teams.
US transcontinental
Non-stop east-coast to west-coast missions with full payload.
PROS & CONS
Honest assessment
HAWKER BEECHCRAFT
Hawker 850XP
PROS
- +Winglet performance upgrade
- +Quiet cabin (Hawker airframe acoustics)
- +Strong US and European availability
- +Carries up to 8 passengers vs 7 on the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — better for larger groups.
- +Taller cabin (5'9") than the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — easier to move around on long flights.
- +Wider cabin (6'0") makes a meaningful difference at the shoulders vs the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX).
CONS
- −Shorter range than the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) (2,642 nm vs 2,900 nm) — may require a tech stop on long sectors.
- −Slightly slower in cruise than the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) (Mach 0.80 vs Mach 0.82).
GULFSTREAM / IAI
Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)
PROS
- +Mach 0.82 cruise — fastest midsize
- +Long-range tanks for transcontinental US trips
- +Lower hourly cost than Hawker 900XP
- +Longer legs than the Hawker 850XP (2,900 nm vs 2,642 nm) — fewer fuel stops on intercontinental missions.
- +Faster cruise (Mach 0.82) trims block time on every leg vs the Hawker 850XP.
CONS
- −Maximum 7-seat layout is tight if you regularly travel with more than 7 — the Hawker 850XP adds 1 seat.
- −Lower ceiling than the Hawker 850XP (5'7" vs 5'9") — stand-up movement is restricted.
REAL-WORLD MISSIONS
Which aircraft for which mission
Four scenarios our charter desk sees regularly — and which of these two we would actually quote.
SCENARIO 01
Eight-person sales roadshow across three European capitals in two days
OUR PICKHawker 850XP
Larger cabin seats the full group (8).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 02
Family of six on a 1,500 nm leisure trip with stand-up cabin needs
OUR PICKHawker 850XP
Larger cabin seats the full group (8).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 03
Coast-to-coast US transcon with full passenger load
OUR PICKHawker 850XP
Curated example: New York → Aspen sits in the Hawker 850XP's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 04
Long-weekend group charter to Marrakech with extra baggage
OUR PICKHawker 850XP
Larger cabin seats the full group (8).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →ROUTE RECOMMENDATIONS
Best pick per route
| ROUTE | DISTANCE | RECOMMENDED | WHY |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Moscow | 1,500 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
| Geneva → Marrakech | 1,250 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
| Teterboro → Aspen | 1,580 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
| Paris → Cairo | 1,800 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
Distances are great-circle approximations; actual fuel planning accounts for winds, weather and reserves.
FAQ
Hawker 850XP vs Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — frequently asked
Hawker 850XP vs Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX): which has the longer range?OPEN
The Hawker 850XP has a published range of 2,642 nm; the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) is rated at 2,900 nm. The longer-range aircraft opens up more non-stop city pairs without a tech stop.
Which is faster — Hawker 850XP or Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)?OPEN
Cruise speeds are Mach 0.80 for the Hawker 850XP and Mach 0.82 for the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX). On a Miami → Cabo San Lucas-style mission the faster aircraft typically saves 10–25 minutes block time.
How many passengers does each aircraft carry?OPEN
The Hawker 850XP seats 8; the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) seats 6–7. Charter prices below assume a typical executive layout — high-density configurations are available on request.
What does it cost to charter the Hawker 850XP vs the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)?OPEN
Indicative one-way pricing on a benchmark mission: Hawker 850XP from from $26,400, Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) from from CHF 16,800. Confirmed quote in 10 minutes — pricing varies with empty-leg availability, season and routing.
Which aircraft is better for transatlantic or long-range missions?OPEN
Both belong to the Midsize Jet category, but range, payload and runway performance differ. See the route-recommendations table on this page for our specific pick per corridor.
MORE COMPARISONS
Compare more midsize jets
HAWKER 850XP × GULFSTREAM G100 (ASTRA SPX) CLUSTER
Continue researching Hawker 850XP or Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)
CHARTER EITHER AIRCRAFT
EDITORIAL GUIDES
Not sure which to charter?
Tell us your route and party size — we'll recommend the right aircraft and send a confirmed quote in 10 minutes.
REQUEST A QUOTE